This is what Randhir Kapoor has to say about Karisma Kapoor and Sunjay Kapur's divorce
After months of mud-slinging, Karisma Kapoor and Sunjay Kapur have decided to reach an amicable decision. Karisma's father Randhir Kapoor isn't too happy and calls it a sad moment for his family.
Karisma Kapoor and Sunjay Kapur divorce battle made it to the headlines ever since the estranged couple decided to part ways in 2010. But it was only in 2014 that the two filed for divorce under mutual consent. However, Karisma's U-turn in 2015 made heads turn. The 41-year-old actor withdrew her consent for financial reasons and since then there has been no respite for the two families. However, after months of mud-slinging, the two have decided to reach an amicable decision.
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While the custody of their kids has been granted to Karisma, father Sunjay has got the visitation rights. But Karisma's father Randhir Kapoor isn't too happy. In an interview to Times of India, the veteran actor was quoted as saying, "I don't know if it is a good or a bad thing, but it is certainly a sad moment for our family. The only silver lining in this is that the children will spend most part of the year with us."
He added, "Karisma has been through a rough time in the last few years. It has been emotionally draining for her. So, I hope the verdict offers her some respite."
Karisma and Sunjay reached an agreement on modalities for separation before the Supreme Court recently. The Dil Toh Pagal Hai actor has won the custody battle, which has been the major bone of contention between the estranged couple. However, Sunjay has been granted the visitation rights. The couple has two kids- Samiera and Kiaan.
It has been further reported that a house in Mumbai owned by Sunjay's family has been given to Karisma. Moreover, the monthly interest from bonds of Rs 14 crore bought by Sunjay for their children will be used to pay their expenses.
Sanjay and Karisma tied the knot in 2003, but things turned sour between the two quite soon. However, the two tried to work out things for a few years, however, Karisma moved out of Sunjay's house in 2010 and permanently shifted base to Mumbai.
Meanwhile, Karisma is reportedly dating Sandeep Toshniwal and rumours are rife that Sunjay is in a relationship with Priya Sachdev.